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Cotton Throw Pillow Covers from Japan

Removable covers for decorative throw pillows, crafted from printed or plain woven cotton fabric with zipper closures. Classified in HTS 6304.92.00.00 as other cotton furnishing articles, not knitted, excluding cushions integral to furniture under 9404. They enhance living room aesthetics without being bedding or tableware.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Label clearly as 'pillow covers' not 'cushions' to prevent 9404 misclassification if stuffed

• Provide fiber content certificates proving cotton to claim 369 quota benefits

• Avoid sets with pillows; separate imports prevent 'set' rules under GRI 3